U.S. Department of Agriculture

For Nevada?s Snowpack and Water Supply, March Was ?Miracle-Ish?

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[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] By Daniel Rothberg, The Nevada Independent When it comes to water, Mother Nature is picking favorites in the North-South rivalry. Nevada water managers have closely watched the snow for months to determine how much … [Read more...] about For Nevada?s Snowpack and Water Supply, March Was ?Miracle-Ish?

Federal Assistance Available to Lincoln County Farmers

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[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that Lincoln County farmers qualify for natural disaster assistance because of drought. Twelve counties in Arizona have been designated as primary natural disaster areas … [Read more...] about Federal Assistance Available to Lincoln County Farmers

USDA announces plan to improve sage grouse habitat

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  Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week announced a ground-breaking commitment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to accelerate and focus conservation efforts that will benefit ranchers and also the distinct population of greater sage-grouse population that lives along the border of Nevada and California. The bi-state population of sage-grouse is being … [Read more...] about USDA announces plan to improve sage grouse habitat

Report: Use of food stamps rises in Lincoln County

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By Emily Guerin and Tim Marema,?Special to the Lincoln County Record The use of food stamps in Lincoln County increased during the recession, assisting families in stretching their food dollars, contributing to local spending and helping spark a national debate about the future of the federal nutrition program. The proportion of Lincoln County residents receiving […] … [Read more...] about Report: Use of food stamps rises in Lincoln County